Senior Project Controls Specialist — Hybrid, EVM Scheduling

CDM Smith; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support services projects across the U.S. You will develop complex schedules and cost baselines, collect monthly data, analyze variances, and support financial forecasting. The role involves risk assessment, EVM reporting, and implementing strong controls.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience, with travel to various sites possible. Hybrid work arrangement available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with federal regulations and project controls practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain time‑phased schedules and cost baselines for moderately to highly complex projects.
• Collect and analyze monthly schedule and cost data; identify variances and perform root cause analysis.
• Prepare earned value management reports and support portfolio level analyses.
• Assist in implementing financial controls and forecasting methods across project deliveries.
• Collaborate with project teams and management to monitor progress and ensure compliance with procedures.

Skills

Citizenship required

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support services projects across the U.S. You will develop complex schedules and cost baselines, collect monthly data, analyze variances, and support financial forecasting. The role involves risk assessment, EVM reporting, and implementing strong controls.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience, with travel to various sites possible. Hybrid work arrangement available.